PRESS RELEASE : The King’s Birthday Party 2024 [June 2024]
The press release issued by the Foreign Office on 20 June 2024.
The British Embassy in Luxembourg hosted the King’s Birthday Party on Thursday 13 June 2024.
Guests at this year’s King’s Birthday Party included government officials, members of the diplomatic corps, and members of Luxembourg’s vibrant business and civic communities. British food and drink were served throughout the evening, giving guests an opportunity to explore Britain’s culinary landscape.
A vintage double decker bus, Grenadier Guards and a special exhibit of two classic MG cars from the Luxembourg MG Car Club completed the theme of the night.
In her speech, Ambassador Fleur Thomas reiterated the UK’s commitment to supporting Ukraine. Building on her long-standing relationship with the Mriya Ukrainian Saturday school in Luxembourg, Ambassador Thomas revealed that a special birthday cake will be donated to the school, to include the children in His Majesty The King’s Birthday festivities.
The ambassador also reflected on the achievements of the embassy and the evolution of UK-Luxembourg relations during her time here.
The Ambassador said:
The UK shares many common values with Luxembourg, and I am happy that we have built a close relationship with Luxembourg’s policy makers.
Ambassador Thomas thanked HSBC Luxembourg for sponsoring the event and for being a reliable and valued partner over the years.
Reflecting on the upcoming end of her posting in Luxembourg, the Ambassador also took the opportunity to thank the many people who welcomed her with open arms and supported her during her time in Luxembourg.
